Philippeans 1:27,28 Only let your manner of life be worthy of the gospel of Christ…standing firm in one spirit, with one mind striving side by side for the faith of the gospel, and not frightened in anything by your opponents.

Suffering – Conflict – Struggle. All mentioned shortly after these words. But we are not to be frightened at this. Salvation is sure. Christ is my life. I can fearlessly press ahead. That’s the way Jesus lived, and that’s the way I want to live.

Proverbs 29:18 Where there is no prophetic vision the people cast off restraint (or) the people are discouraged but blessed is he who keeps the law.

A clear statement of the importance of hearing from God. My heart is inclined to wander or be discouraged if I don’t keep a live connection with the living God. This connection is continually made possible by the Holy Spirit that dwells within, and the wealth of promises and truth ever-flowing from the Word of God.

O! Blessed Holy Spirit, ever continue to give vision and understanding to my soul, that I not wander away, or be discouraged, but walk in Your way of blessing. AMEN

2 Timothy 2:7 Think over what I say, for the Lord will give you understanding in everything.

Don’t rush to the next thing, but “think over” meditate on it. There is more to understand here and the Lord will give it.

Am I a soldier of the cross?
Is there a crown for me to win?
Am I a laborer in the harvest fields?